Earlier this year we interviewed Brittany LaMarr on how she hoped to use her School of Public Policy (SPP) skillsets to address systemic inequities. Since January, Brittany has transitioned from our Master of Public Administration (MPA) program to our Master of Public Policy (MPP) program. She also enrolled in at JD program at UConn Law. Her […]
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GAPPS-ICMA 22-23 Vice President: Mary Greenwell
The Graduate Association of Public Policy (GAPPS-ICMA) – International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is the primary organization for the UConn School of Public Policy (SPP). Its goal is to serve as a social and intellectual forum for students pursuing a degree or certificate in the School. GAPPS-ICMA is committed to public service, professional development, and having […]
MPP Student Coordinates UConn’s Pre-College Summer
Recently we caught up with School of Public Policy (SPP) Master of Public Policy (MPP) student Yara Medawar. Learn about Yara’s summer in her own words below! During this summer I am working with the Office of Early College Programs as a Program Coordinator for UConn Pre-College Summer (PCS). My role consists of planning the […]
2022 Alumni Impact Award Winner: Kelly McElwain, MPP
2022 Alumni Impact Awards: Recognizes School of Public Policy (SPP) alumni (MPA, MPA Fellows, MPP and MASR) at any stage in their career who have made a significant recent contribution to their field. Nominees may work in any sector; public, private, or nonprofit. Examples may include but are not limited to driving a meaningful program outcome, […]
2022 The Morton J. Tenzer Fellowship Fund: Kaleigh Pitcher
This award is given to an incoming student with undergraduate academic excellence and the potential to succeed in the program. The fellowship was established in 1993, the year Professor Morton Tenzer retired from the University of Connecticut. It is intended to be used to assist in recruiting high-quality in-state and out-of-state students. Professor Morton J. […]
2022 Albert G. Ilg Fellowship in Local Government Award: Jon M. Trister and Kylee A. Dostie
The Albert G. Ilg Fellowship in Local Government award is given to an MPA student who demonstrates interest in local government and public sector service. Awards (“Fellowships”) will defray living or academic related expenses. The award was established in 1998 to honor the distinguished service of Al Ilg as the Town Manager of Windsor for […]
2022 David B. Walker Award: Cristian G. Corza Godinez and Brittany L. LaMarr
The David B. Walker Award was established with a generous donation from Parashar Patel, MPA ‘91. This award is given annually to recognize a student in the program who exemplifies tireless dedication to public service. Ideally, the awardee would have an interest in Federalism. David B. Walker: This endowment honors David B. Walker, former director […]
2022 MPP Academic Excellence Award: Ryan Scala
The UConn School of Public Policy (SPP) is pleased to announce the recipients of our academic excellence awards. These prestigious awards are given annually to a student or students who are graduating from the Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Public Administration – Executive Track (MPA Fellows), Master of Public Policy (MPP), and Master […]
2022 Celebration to Honor Our Graduates
Monday, May 9, 2022 6:30pm – 8:30pm Schedule of Events Mistress of Ceremony: Kerri Raissian – Associate Professor, School of Public Policy Welcome Remarks: Mohamad Alkadry – Director, School of Public Policy Dean’s Remarks: Juli Wade – Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Speaker: Paula A. Norato, MPA ‘22 Presentation of Awards Keynote Speaker and Distinguished […]
Incoming GAPPS-ICMA President Plans To Work In Healthcare
Recently we caught up with incoming Graduate Association of Public Policy Students – International City/County Management Association (GAPPS-ICMA) Chapter President Jack O’Connor. Prior to coming to the School of Public Policy (SPP), Jack’s interest in public service began in elementary school. During this time he was a member of his local Boy Scouts of America troop […]